About Beneath The Surface Podcast with Danny Francois
A podcast that dares to go deeper—into the stories we hide, the emotions we carry, and the healing we seek. Hosted by voices rooted in resilience and cultural pride, each episode explores mental health, identity, and presence with raw honesty and creative flair. From personal revelations to community conversations, Beneath The Surface invites listeners to reflect, connect, and rise.
We often see healthcare workers showing up for everyone else. But how often do we stop and ask who’s showing up for them? In this episode of Beneath the Surface | Mental Health Podcast, I sit down with Justin Page, an ER nurse, to get to know the man behind the scrubs. Because there’s more to someone than their profession, their responsibilities, or the version of themselves the world sees every day. We explore what it means to work in an environment where you’re constantly showing up for ...
9 Oct 2026
Rebuilding the Man in the Mirror
Sometimes, rebuilding yourself means facing the parts of your past you’d rather forget, owning your mistakes, and realizing that who you were doesn’t have to define who you’re becoming. In this episode of Beneath the Surface | Mental Health Podcast, I sit down with Jonathan PB to get to know the man behind the bodybuilding, the discipline, and the person everyone sees on the outside. But this conversation goes beyond the gym. Jonathan opens up about his journey of self-discovery, redemption,...
8 Oct 2026
The Loss We Carried | Our Ectopic Pregnancy Story
🎙️ The Loss We Carried Our Ectopic Pregnancy Story | Beneath the Surface Some grief changes you in ways you never expected. Some experiences leave you carrying emotions you never imagined having to navigate. In this deeply personal episode of Beneath the Surface | Mental Health Podcast, I sit down with my wife, Bri, as we open up about our experience with ectopic pregnancy, losing our first baby, and the emotional aftermath that followed. Together, we share what it was like navigating somethi...
23 Jul 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast -Ep.9- Beneath the scans & Beyond the Migraines (feat. Brianna Van Tuyl)
Ever been hit with news that completely rocked your world? 🧠✨ I never thought a benign brain tumor would turn our lives upside down — but it did, and Danny went through a benign brain surgery and recovery that changed everything for both of us. We all have those moments where life suddenly demands more than we thought we could handle. For us, it was a diagnosis and surgery that forced us to hit pause and rethink everything. I felt like my future plans just stopped, and I got stuck in the “wh...
17 Mar 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 8 - The Stage We Set for Each Other (feat. Alexis Garcia)
In this episode of Beneath the Surface, we explore the quiet, intentional ways we build connection — not through perfection, but through presence. Before any of us speak, we’re already setting a stage: a stage for safety, for honesty, for belonging. I sit down with Alexis Garcia, a friend from college, for a raw, grounded conversation about chosen family, emotional safety, and the people who teach us how to feel at home in our own skin. We talk about the moments that shaped us, the relations...
16 Feb 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 7 - Where Home Finds You (feat. Nick Lanier)
In this episode of Beneath the Surface Podcast, host Danny F. and guest Nick Lanier, a veteran, explore the complexities of returning home after military service. They discuss the challenges of identity, belonging, and the importance of chosen family and faith in navigating the transition. Nick shares personal stories of his journey, the role of his wife in grounding him, and the significance of authentic relationships in a world increasingly dominated by superficial connections. The conversa...
27 Jan 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 6 - Mental Health Over Hustle Culture (feat. Brian Cristiano)
Feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck in hustle culture? In this episode of Beneath the Surface, host Danny Francois sits down with entrepreneur and speaker Brian Cristiano to unpack the real mental and emotional cost of nonstop grinding — and how to rebuild a life rooted in balance, clarity, and purpose. Brian shares his personal journey of chasing the wrong goals, hitting burnout, and redefining success through mental health and alignment. This conversation is for anyone navigating hig...
9 Jan 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 5 - By His Stripes, Beauty for Ashes
In this moving and inspirational episode, we step into the sacred intersection of faith, trauma, and transformation. Inspired by Isaiah 53 and 61 — “By His stripes we are healed” and “He will give them beauty for ashes” — we explore how God meets us in the ruins, gathers what’s been shattered, and rebuilds us into something new. Our guest, Kaycee, shares a testimony that moves from rebellion to redemption, from self-destruction to supernatural restoration. Once a homeschooled church gir...
1 Jan 2026
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 4 - Diving Beneath the Surface: From Shadows to Self — Robley's Story
In this powerful episode of Diving Beneath the Surface, we sit down with Robley Johnson to explore a journey marked by identity struggles, substance use, and the courageous work of rebuilding a life from the inside out. Robley opens up about the years he spent trying to fit in with the wrong people, losing sight of his authentic self, and burying the parts of him that were quietly calling out for healing. He shares how cocaine and alcohol slowly took hold—silencing his creativity, straining ...
1 Dec 2025
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 3 - Unmasked: Creating from the Core
In this soul-stirring episode of Beneath the Surface, host Danny Francois sits down with Taj Francois —a Filmmaker & Creative Multi Hyphenate, whose work is as raw as it is resonant. Together, they explore what it means to bring your full, unapologetic self into your creative work and professional life. From shedding masks to navigating mental health in the creative process, this conversation is a masterclass in authenticity, vulnerability, and legacy. If you’ve ever felt torn between bei...
1 Dec 2025
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 2 - Healing Can Be Messy
Healing isn’t linear—and recovery rarely looks perfect. In this episode, Danny sits down with Bailey for a raw, honest conversation about addiction, resilience, and the messy beauty of healing. From setbacks to breakthroughs, Bailey shares what it really takes to walk the road to recovery—and why hope is never out of reach.
1 Dec 2025
Beneath The Surface Podcast - Ep. 1 - Pilot/Why We're Here: Beneath The Surface Begins (ft. Ravin)
In this intimate pilot episode, Danny Francois and guest Ravin open up about the roots of Beneath The Surface—why it exists, who it’s for, and what healing really sounds like. Through personal stories and honest reflection, they explore the power of naming pain, reclaiming identity, and creating space for voices often left unheard. This is more than a podcast—it’s a movement toward truth, tenderness, and transformation.
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